Overall score
Seahampton
22.9/100
West Wallsend
39.6/100
Seahampton vs West Wallsend, NSW suburb comparison
West Wallsend for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
SeahamptonWest Wallsend
Crime rate
Seahampton
49.5 / 1k
West Wallsend
48.9 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Seahampton
6
West Wallsend
2
Population
Seahampton
292
West Wallsend
2,981
Metric leadSeahampton 2West Wallsend 52 tiedacross 9 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesWest Wallsend
- Best for familiesWest Wallsend
- Best for investmentWest Wallsend
- Best for best valueWest Wallsend
- Best for best schoolsWest Wallsend
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Seahampton | West Wallsend |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 22.9/100 | 39.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 76.5/100 | 76.5/100 |
| Crime rate | 49.5 / 1k | 48.9 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | — | 2 |
| Parks & reserves | — | 1 |
| Public transport stops | 8 | 52 |
| Walkability | 12.0/100 | 30.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 6 | 2 |
| Planning activity | 1 | 15 |
| Population | 292 | 2,981 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 3/10 | 3/10 |
Comparison summary
Seahampton is a practical metro smaller community with approachable housing and suburban calm, while West Wallsend is a practical metro mid-sized suburb with approachable housing and suburban calm.
Seahampton pulls ahead on nearby cafés and amenities and a calmer planning outlook, whereas West Wallsend is the better pick for a quieter safety profile and public transport access.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer West Wallsend, while Seahampton remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.